Ageless Style is a monthly style challenge and link up for women of all ages. Each month we pick a different theme and style an outfit based on that theme. This month's theme is "Polka Dots and Stripes" and was picked by Marsha.
Print Mixing has never been a fashion style I was comfortable with. I am more of a classic, casual style blogger. If I do print mix at all, it's so subtle you'd barely notice it, so when Marsha suggested wearing "dots and stripes" together, I was a bit frightened to say the least. But I am never one to avoid challenging myself to something new, so I gave it a whirl and I was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked it. Of course, I still kept my outfit true to me: Classic and casual, and it is still subtle 😀.
For my "Dots and Stripes" outfit I chose a polka dotted top and a striped handbag. After I took the photo I laughed when I noticed the polka dots in my top are also stripes, so I didn't need the handbag at all. I didn't notice that when I put the outfit together.
The outfit works for me because the colors blue and white are a classic color combo. The white skirt is a skort so it's casual and easy to wear. And my neutral shoes are super comfy. The red eyeglasses on the purse add just a touch of color and whimsy to the outfit. For accessories I wore simple pearl jewelry to coordinate with the white dots on my blouse.
I enjoyed this "dots and stripes" challenge so much I repeated it the following week when I wore this outfit to church:
Once again, I carried my striped handbag but this time I paired it with a polka dot dress. I balanced the busy prints out with a white denim jacket and neutral shoes.
Print mixing doesn't have to be bold or scary if you don't want it to be. You can tone it down with neutrals or classic colors, or you can do it in small doses like handbags, scarves, belts, or shoes.
Now, let's see how the rest of the ladies are styling their polka dots and stripes and be sure to link up with us as well.
Have A Great Day! Amy
Linking Up with these Fabulous Blogs HERE!
Amy ~ Amy’s Creative Pursuits
I don't usually print mix at all either but I too was surprised by how much I liked my outfit. Though my prints are subtle too. Both the outfits you put together are pretty.
ReplyDeleteMe too! I have company this week and I haven't had time to comment on your blog, but I did see your outfit and thought it was great. I love what all the ladies came up with. Thanks so much!
DeleteI like the nautical feel of your outfit. The stripes and polka dots add an interesting play on patterns
ReplyDeleteThank you. Even though I can't swim, I don't own a boat, and I live no where near an ocean, I have noticed I love the nautical look.
DeleteI love it, Amy! Well done! Mine is subtle too today expect I had a 3rd print as I don't have much polka dots in my closet.
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Thanks Mirelle. I loved your outfit. I was going to comment on everyone's blogs when my company leaves.
DeleteThe thought of dots and stripes together scares me but you have pulled it off! You look great!
ReplyDeleteOh, it scared me too when Marsha gave us the challenge. Thanks so much!
DeleteLook at you go, girl. I love how both outfits came together, and brava for joining in on the challenge. I got eye rolls from my crew members too when I first told them the prompt, LOL
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Thanks Jodie. :) yea, I was not thrilled with the prompt either when I first saw it, but it all worked out. I ended up really enjoying it.
DeleteTwo great looks on you. I especially love the dress paired with the bag and great color scheme for summer on both outfits! I was just going to comment that you didn't need to add the extra bag for the first look, then saw you wrote exactly that :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Elli! Yea, the stripes of the polka dots is hysterical. I didn't notice it until I saw the photos.
DeleteWell done, Amy!! I love that the polka dots are in stripes as well. And, to continue stepping out of your comfort zone was really cool!
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Thanks Marsha. It was a good challenge.
DeleteYou look classy and beautiful in both outfits. I’m also weird about mixing patterns. Your looks were perfectly balanced
ReplyDeleteThanks Chrissy!
DeleteI never mix different prints either, but I must admit they ladies who mixed their prints all look lovely!
ReplyDeleteThank you. Yes, all the ladies did a great job with their outfits this month.
DeleteI noticed right away that your polka dots were lined up in stripes!! Fun top. And the striped bag just kicked it up a little. Both outfits look very true to YOU!!
ReplyDeleteHa ha! Isn't that funny? I didn't notice it till I looked at the photos...and it's such an old top too. Thanks so much.
DeleteYou look adorable in both outfits! Classic and cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks Laura!
DeleteHow nice you look, Amy! Both looks are so elegant and very you.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
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Aww, thanks so much!
DeleteI love polka dots and stripes together! Both outfits are fabulous! Thanks for linking!
ReplyDeleteEmma xxx
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Thanks Emma!
DeleteI really, really love the first outfit! The second one I would wear to church or my Bible study, the striped bag is something I'd do! ha. ha! I am like you, I like to be more subtle.
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Thank you. I did wear the second outfit to church. Yes, we are alike in our fashion style.
DeleteYou look lovely! The blue and white combo works beautifully.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much.
DeleteGreat outfits, I love your subtle pattern mixing. I have a couple of tops and skirts that are already pattern mixed as your example.
ReplyDelete❤️carmen
Thank you Carmen.
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